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talk-stage2-research

Extract repository metrics and verified timelines from git history and changelogs.

Updated Apr 12, 2026
Search Tags:#git#changelog#timeline#presentation#velocity#archaeology#repo-metrics
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Alamator/code-ultimate --skill talk-stage2-research-alamator
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: talk-stage2-research
Source: https://github.com/Alamator/code-ultimate/tree/main/examples/skills/talk-pipeline/stage-2-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Alamator/code-ultimate --skill talk-stage2-research-alamator

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Builds a verified, source-backed timeline and repository metrics report to prevent relying on estimates or unverified claims when preparing REX-format talks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Git archaeology: run read-only queries on a repository to extract commit counts, contributors, tags, and date ranges.
  • Changelog analysis: scan and summarize release notes and metrics called out in CHANGELOG files.
  • Cross-referencing: align Stage 1 summaries, git history, and changelog entries to flag inconsistencies and produce verifiable dates.
  • Use case: ideal for preparing a research-backed presentation that requires exact commit velocity, release timelines, and contributor statistics.

Quick Start

Run the stage-2 research skill against the repo path and Stage 1 summary to generate git-archaeology, changelog-analysis, and timeline markdowns.

Frequently Asked Questions about talk-stage2-research

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract a verified git commit timeline and velocity metrics from a repository?▼

Cross-referencing git history involves aligning your Stage 1 summary, commit logs, and changelog entries to flag inconsistencies. This produces verifiable dates and prevents relying on unverified claims when preparing your presentation.

Can I analyze changelog files to generate release notes and project metrics?▼

Yes, you can scan and summarize release notes and metrics called out in CHANGELOG files. This changelog analysis cross-references git history to produce verified contributor statistics and exact release timelines for downstream use.

Do I need read-only git access to extract repository metrics and contributor stats?▼

Yes, read-only git access to the repository is required to perform git archaeology. This allows the process to safely extract commit counts, contributors, tags, and date ranges without modifying the underlying repository state.

What is the best way to prepare a verified project timeline for a presentation?▼

The best way to prepare a verified project timeline is to perform git archaeology alongside changelog analysis. This cross-references your repository history to output three markdown artifacts containing exact commit velocity and factual release dates.

What are the limitations of using git archaeology for presentation timelines?▼

Git archaeology requires an available changelog file to produce comprehensive release notes and metrics summaries. If the changelog is missing, the timeline relies solely on commit history and cannot cross-reference documented release notes.

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